New Hampshire Security Deposit Laws for Landlords and Tenants

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New Hampshire Security Deposit Laws for Landlords and Tenants

The equivalent of one month’s rent may be charged for the security deposit unless the landlord and tenant share the rental property, then New Hampshire does not legislate a limit.

Tenant Defenses to Evictions in New Hampshire

Evictions in New Hampshire are regulated by state  statutes. The statutes set forth all the rules and regulations landlords and tenants must follow when renting property. A tenant can be evicted in New Hampshire for a variety of reasons, including failing to pay rent or violating the lease or rental agreement. check to learn more.

NEW HAMPSHIRE EVICTION PROCESS

Effective January 1, 2007, the district division is required to provide forms for a Demand for Rent and Eviction Notice (formerly known as the Notice to Quit) in court locations and on the New Hampshire judicial branch website. check to learn more.

A Question/Answer Walk Through the Eviction Process

Most tenants in New Hampshire aren’t required to leave their homes on just the landlord’s say-so. Most tenants are entitled to a hearing where they get a chance to defend themselves before a judge. And a landlord must get the judge’s permission before the tenant has to leave. check to learn more.